Park Guide & Interpretive Host

U.S. Department of the Interior; Colorado; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a full-time Park Guide at Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve in Mosca, CO.

This GS-9 position serves as a front-line park representative, providing information, interpretive tours, and educational programs to visitors. The role emphasizes guiding visitors, answering questions, and presenting talks in varying environments, indoors and outdoors, with duties including physical movement and occasional long walks.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Selective Service registration required for males born after 12-31-59.
• Must live within 75 miles of official park address.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions on a variety of subjects for visitors.
• Guide small groups and provide services to visitors.
• Present limited pre-established talks including introductions to films, map talks, and static exhibits.
• Orient hikers to conditions and equipment needs.
• Perform duties requiring broad subject-matter knowledge of the park.
• May guide larger groups up to 50 people on longer walks or programs.
• Provide a wide range of services for park visitors.

Job description

U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a full-time Park Guide at Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve in Mosca, CO.

This GS-9 position serves as a front-line park representative, providing information, interpretive tours, and educational programs to visitors. The role emphasizes guiding visitors, answering questions, and presenting talks in varying environments, indoors and outdoors, with duties including physical movement and occasional long walks.